THE SACRED “CAN’T NOT”: VOCATION AND DISCERNMENT
A SPIRITUAL FORMATION ELECTIVE*
Dates
March 17-20, 2019
Overview
Vocation isn’t something we “figure out—it’s a way of leaning into life and requires ongoing practices of discernment to remain relevant and vibrant. Using readings from Christian mystics both medieval and modern, we will reframe our understanding of vocation and learn practices of discernment to support its vibrancy.
Instructors
Helen Blier, Director, Office of Continuing Education, PTS, and B.J. Woodworth, Lead Pastor, The Open Door, Pittsburgh, Pa., and Spiritual Director
Registration / Lodging / Schedule / Directions / CEUs
Registration Fee: $380 / Includes Monday lunch and dinner, Tuesday lunch, and refreshment breaks. All other meals and lodging are the student’s responsibility.
*This class is open to all regardless of their participation in the Spiritual Formation Certificate Program. If you are interested in learning more about the certificate program, please e-mail us for details at [email protected] or visit the Spiritual Formation website.
Lodging: Limited lodging is available on campus. Reservations can be made by contacting our Reception Office at [email protected] or 412-924-1397. Be sure to bring confirmation of your reservation with you.
Schedule: Download the general schedule for this class.
Directions to the Seminary. Free parking is available on campus behind the chapel and library.
CEUs: 2.0; Certificate available upon request
Readings
Please do your best to read the required books before your arrival. If you wish to be in the Spiritual Formation Certificate program, you should prepare a one-page reflection paper for each required book; these will be collected the first evening of class. If you do not plan to seek the certificate but are taking the class for personal enrichment, the reflection papers are not required but we strongly encourage you to read the texts to get as much as possible from the class time. The readings for this class will be provided in early 2019.
Questions
E-mail [email protected] or call 412-924-1345.